AI's big sandbox – Laser scanning and robotics – Science fiction on the construction site

Welcome to the event on scanning and robotics in the construction industry!  

Date: Tuesday, March 10  
Time: 08:00–10:30  
Location: Construction site in ARK, Site 4016 (Auglendsmyrå 11–17, 4016 Stavanger)

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​From assumptions to facts in construction projects  

EDIH Oceanopolis and Site 4016 invite you to a hands-on event on how robotics and 3D scanning strengthen decision-making on construction sites and deliver concrete results.  
Do you make decisions based on up-to-date data, or do you simply hope the drawings are correct?  
We focus on how scanning and robotics are used in construction and renovation projects.

This morning will give you insight into:

• How layout robots are used on construction sites and how they impact accuracy and progress  

• How laser scanning and point clouds provide better control of existing buildings  

• How concrete can be analysed with sensors and AI before drilling and interventions  

• How better data reduces errors, rework, and uncertainty  

   

Professional contributions

​Christian Nordbach, Mechatronics Innovation Lab (MIL)

Large-scale 3D printing and robotics in practice  
Christian opens the event digitally and shows how robotics and 3D printing are used in larger construction projects. Particularly relevant for architects and real estate stakeholders.

​Johnny Sætre, Backe

Brand robot on the construction site  
Johnny shares experiences from using layout robots in real projects. What did we do before? What do we do now? And what difference does it make in day-to-day operations on site?

​Årstein Aarsland, PFR

From laser scanning to decision support  
Årstein demonstrates how buildings are scanned in practice, and how the measurements are used to detect errors and avoid costly surprises later in the project. We also take a closer look at how laser scanning and point clouds are used to create new drawings, and how to check and correct existing drawings.

​Andreas N. Persson, Birdsview

AI-driven concrete analysis and 3D diagnostics  
Andreas explains how artificial intelligence, machine learning, and sensor technology can be used to map reinforcement in concrete before drilling, cutting, or making major interventions. This contributes to extended service life and improved planning of renovation and maintenance. The technology enables safer decisions, reduced risk, and significant cost savings.

​You will gain:

• Concrete examples from construction projects  

• Insight into how better data reduces errors and rework  

• Understanding of how technology can support more sustainable choices 

The event is particularly relevant for contractors, consultants, architects, real estate players, decision-makers, and anyone working with renovation, reconstruction, design, or early-phase projects.

Open to the Site 4016 cluster and other stakeholders in Stavanger and Rogaland.  
The event is part of EDIH Oceanopolis’ training and knowledge-sharing activities.

Parking information: We will be at ARK – Auglendsmyrå 11–17 (marked with a yellow pin on the map below).

Areas marked with P are available for parking; visitors must respect that other spaces on site are reserved. The same applies to spaces marked for EV charging – you may only park there while the car is charging.